The battle against teen pregnancy in the US continues and many teen pregnancy prevention program strategies are tested for what works and what doesn’t work. Read more to see what strategies are effective for building a successful prevention program.
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The Facts About Medication For Colds and the Flu
When a cold or flu strikes, most patients take over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Most doctors advise drinking plenty of fluids and getting some rest. Which works better?
Read More »Safe Teething for Your Baby: Doctors say no to Orajel and Lidocaine
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns parents that benzocaine and lidocaine should not be used on infants and young children to soothe teething pain. Luckily, there are still safe options for teething babies in pain.
Read More »Huffing Glue, Paint, and Cleaners: What You Need to Know About Inhalants
Diana Zuckerman, PhD, Sarah Romano, and Elina Mir. National Center for Health Research What are Inhalants? Inhalants are vaporous substances that are commonly inhaled to experience a mind-altering event or “high.” Many common household substances such as nail polish remover, glues, lighter fluid, hair sprays, and cleaning supplies can be used as inhalants. [1] Common […]
Read More »Understanding the IUD
IUDs may be a good option for women looking for a long-term, alternative form of contraception. But before deciding if this option is right for you, it is important to understand the different types of IUDs, how they work, and the risks and benefits involved.
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